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Webster Five Recognized by MA Small Business Association  Receives ‘SBA MA Lender of the Year to Veteran Owned Businesses’ Awar

Webster Five is honored to announce that they have been named 2023’s #1 SBA Lender to Veteran Owned Businesses by the SBA Massachusetts District Office. The Webster Five Business Banking team was recently recognized at the 2023 SBA Massachusetts Lender Awards. This recognition highlights Webster Five’s commitment to supporting Veterans, as evidenced by the bank’s distribution of 16 SBA 7(a) loans totaling over $3.6 million. 
“Receiving this award is a tremendous honor for Webster Five,” said Christopher Watson, SVP Senior Business Lending Officer, Webster Five. “Our team appreciates what U.S. Veterans have done to support our country and the unique challenges that they face.  We strive to provide support with tailored financial solutions to help them grow and succeed.”  
From left, Robert Nelson, MA District Director, SBA; Christopher Watson, SVP Senior Business Lending Officer, Webster Five; Rob Totaro, Vice President, Business Loan Officer, Webster Five; and Ili Spahiu, Lead Lender Relations Specialist, SBA.